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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- 1946 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Choctaw Principal Chief
- Date:
- 1946-05-06
- Creator:
- Belvin, Harry J.W., 1900-1986
- Names:
- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John William "Elmer" Thomas Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence Regarding Principal Chief Appointment of the Choctaw Tribe
- Date:
- 1946-05-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_3_18_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Important Notification Regarding Additional Family Dwelling Units Approved for Tulsa
- Date:
- 1946-05-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Names:
- Creek Nation
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States, Land use--Planning, Housing--Law and legislation
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_5_31_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to Wagner-Ellender-Taft Bill: A Letter Exchange
- Date:
- 1946-05-07
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Topic:
- Housing policy--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_16_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Regarding Premium Price Plan in Tri-State District
- Date:
- 1946-05-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- IndustriesUnited States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_18_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Support for McFarland Senate Bill #1815
- Date:
- 1946-05-07
- Creator:
- Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the O.P.A.: A Letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- The Fight Against O.P.A.: Correspondence Between George B. Schwabe and Victor E. Robbins
- Date:
- 1946-05-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0023
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the O.P.A.: Correspondence Between Mr. M. L. Summer and Honorable George Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- George B. Schwabe Collection
- Title:
- Opposition to the O.P.A.: Correspondence between H.J. Elder and George B. Schwabe
- Date:
- 1946-05-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The letter dated May 6, 1946, from Elmer Thomas to Wallace Dixon discusses the recommendation of J. H. Bevin for Principal Chief of the Choctaws. It explains that the President makes the appointment based on the recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior and that the position does not require Senate confirmation. The letter advises Dixon to write directly to the Secretary of the Interior about the matter. Additionally, a group of enrolled Choctaw Indians and intermarried individuals also express their recommendation for Bevin as Principal Chief in a separate letter."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Principal%20Chief,%201944-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0007_thumbnail.jpg "1946 Correspondence Regarding the Appointment of Choctaw Principal Chief")
![["The letter is a response to Calvin C. Perry, Jr.'s inquiry about the appointment of J. H. Belvin as Principal Chief of the Choctaw Tribe. Senator Elmer Thomas explains that the President makes the appointment based on the recommendation of the Secretary of the Interior, and the position does not require Senate confirmation. He suggests that Perry write directly to the Secretary of the Interior for further information. Additionally, there is a request for per capita payments for the Choctaw and Chickasaw Indians in Oklahoma."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20William%20Elmer%20Thomas%20Collection/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Choctaw%20Principal%20Chief,%201944-1946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_053_12_11_13_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence Regarding Principal Chief Appointment of the Choctaw Tribe")
![["The document is a telegram from A.N. Williams, President of Western Union, thanking Honorable George H. Schwabe for his assistance in notifying about the additional 140 family dwelling units assigned to the city of Tulsa. The telegram requests suggestions from patrons regarding the company's service and provides information on the different classes of service offered. A follow-up telegram is sent to Honorable Lee Price, Mayor of Tulsa, informing him about the approval of additional temporary family dwelling units for veterans in Tulsa by the Federal Public Housing Administration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_18_0000-Federal%20Works%20Agency,%201946/%20CAC_CC_047_1_3_18_0000-Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_3_18_0013_thumbnail.jpg "Important Notification Regarding Additional Family Dwelling Units Approved for Tulsa")
![["The document consists of two letters discussing the Wagner-Ellender-Taft Bill, Senate S-1592, which proposes government control over the construction industry and the creation of public housing units. The first letter expresses opposition to the bill, citing concerns about socialization of industry and government interference. The second letter argues against the bill, stating that private industry is capable of meeting housing needs without government control and interference. Both letters urge Congressman George B. Schwabe to oppose the bill."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_5_31_0000-Housing,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_5_31_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to Wagner-Ellender-Taft Bill: A Letter Exchange")
![["The document discusses the importance of premium payments on copper, lead, and zinc to mining operations in the Tri-State District. The writer contacted the Reconstruction Finance Corporation to request these payments, but believed the administration would not allow them until the OPA bill was revived. The document states that the payments have now been approved to continue until June 30, 1947. Another letter from the mining company emphasizes the importance of these payments for the local economy and requests the congressman's support in ensuring their continuation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_6_16_0000-Premium%20Payments,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_16_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Regarding Premium Price Plan in Tri-State District")
![["The document discusses the importance of payment of premiums on copper, lead, and zinc affecting mining operations in the Tri-State area. It mentions efforts to secure these payments through the Reconstruction Finance Corporation and the revival of the Office of Price Administration. The document also includes letters from Congressman Schwabe and the M. & W. Mining Company seeking support for labor wage increases and legislative bills to stabilize conditions in the mining industry."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_6_18_0000-Premium%20Payments,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_18_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Support for McFarland Senate Bill #1815")
![["The document is from George B. Schwabe, a member of Congress, responding to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hervey's opposition to the O.P.A (Office of Price Administration). Schwabe agrees with their views and expresses his own strong opposition to the O.P.A, stating that he has consistently voted against its extension and practices. He views the O.P.A as destructive to free enterprise in America and considers it to be the most obnoxious and un-American of all federal bureaus. Schwabe thanks the Harvey's for sharing their thoughts and expresses his well wishes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_19_0036_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the O.P.A.: A Letter from Congressman George B. Schwabe")
![["The first letter is from George B. Schwabe expressing agreement with Victor E. Robbins' views on the O.P.A. and its negative impact on free enterprise. Schwabe mentions his opposition to the O.P.A. extension in Congress and thanks Robbins for sharing his thoughts. The second letter is from Victor E. Robbins to Representative Wickersham, expressing support for reducing O.P.A. supervision to only cover rent for one year."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0017_thumbnail.jpg "The Fight Against O.P.A.: Correspondence Between George B. Schwabe and Victor E. Robbins")
![["The first letter is from George B. Schwabe expressing agreement with Mr. M. L. Summer's opposition to the O.P.A. and detailing his efforts to oppose the Bureau. The second letter is from Mr. Summer thanking Representative Schwabe for his attention to the matter and reiterating his opposition to the continuation of the OPA."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0023_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the O.P.A.: Correspondence Between Mr. M. L. Summer and Honorable George Schwabe")
![["Mr. Elder expresses his opposition to the O.P.A and its practices in a letter to Representative George Schwabe. He believes the O.P.A stifles production and legitimate free enterprise in America. Schwabe agrees with Elder's views and has consistently voted against the O.P.A and its extension. Both agree that there should be a thorough investigation of O.P.A personnel and proper legislative control should be included in any continuation of the O.P.A. They both advocate for a gradual lifting of controls to stimulate free production and distribution of consumer goods."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/George%20B.%20Schwabe%20Collection%20/CAC_CC_047_1_0000_0000_0000-79th%20Congress,%201945-1947/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0000-Price%20Controls,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_047_1_6_20_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Opposition to the O.P.A.: Correspondence between H.J. Elder and George B. Schwabe")